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Question:
How would the average modeler ever know about a given local FAR, NOTAM,
etc? law or not it is not likely we would be aware of said regulation.
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John,
I think the answer is to educate the full-scale folks about the
capabilities of model aircraft and establish procedures for model aircraft
operations in special modes such as XC, and altitude record attempts. The AMA
cannot do this. It takes the FAA. The FAA should mark sectional charts with
model glider field locations - just as they do for full-scale gliders. They
should issue NOTAMS for events like the NATS - not only for XC; but for any
event where there is a possibility of collision. The "average modeler" is not
flying at 3000 feet. Those that want to should be required to know and follow
safety rules -- and full-scale aircraft flying in the vicinity have a right to
know that model aircraft are operating there.
Right now we all have to follow your suggestion - "Fly with reasonable care,
and know your location." But ask yourself if flying a model glider in an
airport traffic pattern really makes sense? You are right -- if we ask the FAA
if it's OK to fly at 3000 ft - they will say NO! That's because they don't
understand models and are not responsible for their operations. If they were
responsible, then they would be forced to implement solutions to these issues
instead of passing the buck. The situation now is a disaster waiting to happen.
Mark
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